Wava Louise Hawk age 89 of Wilmington, Ohio died Thursday evening, October 27, 2005 at the Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 31, 1916 in Tyrone, Oklahoma the daughter of the late Charles and Opal Redkey Bennett. She was a 1934 graduate of Roosevelt High School in Dayton, Ohio and was inducted into the National Honor Society in 1934. Mrs. Hawk had worked for fifty-four years alongside of her husband John, managing the Fairley Hardware Stores located in Lynchburg, Wilmington, Sabina and Hillsboro. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Beverly and Richard Cleverly of Beavercreek, son and daughter-in-law, John W. and Julie Hawk of Sabina, six grandchildren, Mark (Tracy) Cleverly of Beavercreek, Cheryl Cleverly Fenton of Dayton, Doug Hawk of California, Melanie (Joe Gall) Hull of Sabina, Tina (Klay) Maynard of Hillsboro, Bobby Crites of Clarksville, eight great grandchildren and one sister, Justine Griffy of Columbus. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband John Lawrence Hawk on April 1, 1996. Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 1, 2005 at the Davis-Turner Funeral Home in Lynchburg. Rev. Donald Mertz will officiate. Burial will follow in the Lynchburg Masonic Cemetery. Friends may call one hour prior to services on Tuesday at the Davis-Turner Funeral Home in Lynchburg. Memorial contributions may be made to the Activities Department at the Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 75 Hale Avenue, Wilmington, Ohio 45177. The family would like to thank the employees at the Wilmington Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for their loving care, to Dr. Allen Liu for his medical services and a special thank you to a special friend Raydene Willie.
J Newman 850 Bristol Dr Vandalia,Ohio 45377
Sorry to read this in the paper John, Its the part of growing old I detest the sayin goodbyes to those we cheerish. Jim Newman
118 Stevens Drive Stafford, VA 22556
Beverly and John:
My deepest sympathy is extended to you and your families. Your mother was a lovely person who cared much about many. She, along with your dad, were always so nice and helpful to my mother. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Most sincerely, Ida Lee Brewer Cann
Bev Thornbury
Beverly...So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother..I lost mine about 15 years ago, but still feel her beside me many times..God Bless you and your family...
P.O. Box 5588 Granbury,Tx. 76049
We extend our sympathy to you and your family during this time. As you celebrate Louise's life and share memories with one another know that her family members far and near share in your loss and thoughts.
P.O. Box 5588 Granbury,Tx. 76049
We extend our sympathy to you and your family during this time. As you celebrate Louise's life and share memories with one another know that her family members far and near share in your loss and thoughts.
Nashville, TN
Dear John,
I was so sorry to read about the death of your mother. Losing a parent is a life experience so profound that the memories will linger in your thoughts and heart as long as you live. Thankfully time heals the pain and hurt of your loss, leaving you with sweet memories. May God be with you during the days ahead.
Pat Haley
3455 Eagle Bend Street Las Vegas, NV 89122
My deepest condolences to you and your family at your time of need. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Beverly Tharp Brown